Back to today’s briefing

Story perspectives

Rural LGBTQ+ Youth Face Isolation, Find Hope Online

6/26/2025

27 5

Summary

Story summary

Rural LGBTQ+ youth are grappling with profound challenges, as a report by Hopelab and the Born This Way Foundation reveals. With only 20% of U.S. youth residing in these areas, they often encounter unsupportive schools and scarce mental health resources. In this landscape, online communities emerge as vital lifelines, offering essential support amidst growing restrictions.

1 of 1

Story summary

Rural LGBTQ+ youth are grappling with profound challenges, as a report by Hopelab and the Born This Way Foundation reveals. With only 20% of U.S. youth residing in these areas, they often encounter unsupportive schools and scarce mental health resources. In this landscape, online communities emerge as vital lifelines, offering essential support amidst growing restrictions.